2004 BMW 525 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 525 would be higher. At 6,299 cc (3 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (193 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 348 kg more than 2004 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 525. (245 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 525 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 525 | A8 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 367 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 445 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5137 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2111 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.4 L/100km | 12 L/100km |